Crafted from animal fibers, wool naturally features subtle irregularities such as variations in weave, texture, and shading.  These are not considered flaws but are celebrated as part of their charm. They create a distinctive look that adds warmth and character to your home, making every rug truly one-of-a-kind.

What you won’t find is a “perfect” wool. Perfection in nature doesn’t exist—and that’s what makes these products so special. They bring authenticity and individuality to your space, something synthetic alternatives simply can’t replicate.

We want you to feel confident and informed about what to expect when choosing your hand-crafted rug.

Color Variance

Natural Fibers have a beauty all their own—and part of that beauty is variation. Showroom samples may not perfectly match current inventory, and color differences are more noticeable in natural fibers than in synthetics. Seasonal conditions play a big role in these subtle shifts.

Expect variations from rug to rug, and even within an individual custom rug. These differences aren’t imperfections but should be embraced.

Unlike solid, uniform synthetic colors, natural fibers are sorted and blended for consistency but will always carry a degree of individuality. For example:

• Wool can vary in tone when undyed and absorbs dye differently when colored.
• Jute shows gold and gray tones that change with water movement during harvest.

These natural nuances give your space depth and character—because true beauty is never one-dimensional.

Striation

Striation is a natural characteristic and part of what makes them so beautiful. The subtle lines you see are created by the natural color variations in the fibers themselves.

During the weaving process, multiple yarn cones from different bales feed the loom side by side, forming each unique pattern. This, combined with slight differences in tension and weave, creates a gentle high/low effect that adds depth and texture to your rug.

Striation and color variance aren’t flaws—they’re the signature of authentic craftsmanship. Each piece tells its own story, bringing warmth and character to your home.

Color Changes

Natural fibers age gracefully, and part of their charm is how they evolve over time. Bleached fibers will gradually deepen in color, while dyed fibers may soften and fade. Sunlight also plays a role—exposure will naturally alter tones, and direct sunlight can create more noticeable changes.

These shifts aren’t flaws; they’re the natural journey of the material, adding character and a lived-in beauty to your space.

Bowing

Bowing is a normal characteristic of woven rugs, including woven jacquard and Wilton styles. Industry standards allow up to 2% bowing, and this should be considered acceptable.

Because of the unique construction, some collections may have tolerances greater than 2%.

These variations are part of the craftsmanship and individuality of the rug—not defects. For specific details on your selection, reach out to your Account Manager.

Variation in Loop Size

Irregular yarns can create the appearance of variation in warp or weft loops, and this is considered normal. Variations of thicker or thinner yarns within 50% of the standard size are allowed and typically occur during the spinning process.

Plugs

Fibers that were tied off in the manufacturing process.

Sprouts

Short fibers that were tucked in during the manufacturing process. During handling, they sprout. Clipping sprouts is recommended.

Foreign Yarns

This occurs when fibers from previous production find their way into the current yarn. This is due to the nature of the fiber, collection process, and weaving process. Foreign yarn is common in all natural fiber products.

Shedding of Loose Fibers is Normal

It is a natural result of the process used to create carpets. When floor coverings are produced, a combing process occurs, which helps remove short and broken fibers. However, some fibers fall onto the surface of the pile and appear as ‘fluff’. The shedding can vary depending on the material type.

Falling Pile

Plush carpets may show light and dark bands when unrolled known as falling pile. This is corrected by changing the direction of the pile, either by hand or by vacuuming. Pressure marks due to the weight of the roll may result during storage or transit and take longer to correct. Vacuum in reverse direction of the pile as necessary.
Falling pile is inherent to all plush carpets and not a manufacturing defect. All carpets must be vacuumed regularly to assist in texture retention.

Pattern Repeat

Pattern repeats are approximate and can vary. for natural fibers.

Expansion & Contraction

The hygroscopic nature of natural fibers means they adjust to environmental conditions, they are constantly moving. Loose-lay for 24 hours in the room in which it will be installed, and at the temperature it will typically experience. This allows the fibers to acclimate to their new surroundings.

For Indoor Use Only

Natural fiber products should not be used in areas where moisture is present, or ventilation is inadequate.

Residential Use

All products are intended for residential use.